Science Hall Elementary

Summary:

Science Hall Elementary is a public elementary school in Kyle, Texas, serving 591 students in grades PK-5 as part of the Hays Consolidated Independent School District.

While Science Hall Elementary has a significantly higher percentage of Hispanic students (84.26%) compared to the state average, it consistently underperforms on STAAR tests across all grade levels and subjects, with 3rd grade reading proficiency at 39.53% compared to the district's 52.26% and the state's 48.85%. The school's rankings for various student subgroups, such as Hispanic, English Language Learners, and Low Socioeconomic Status students, are consistently in the bottom quartile of Texas elementary schools, indicating significant achievement gaps. Over the past 10 years, Science Hall Elementary has been ranked in the bottom quartile of Texas elementary schools, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

In contrast, some nearby schools within the same district, such as Laura B Negley Elementary and Kyle Elementary, are performing significantly better on STAAR tests and have higher SchoolDigger rankings. While Science Hall Elementary's per-student spending has increased over the past three years, from $9,036 in 2018-2019 to $11,039 in 2020-2021, this increased funding does not appear to have translated into improved academic outcomes, suggesting the need for the school to re-evaluate its resource allocation and instructional strategies.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 1510 Bebee Rd
       Kyle, TX  78640


(512) 268-8502

District: Hays Consolidated Independent School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
3332nd of 4,675 Texas Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,039 Help


Students who attend Science Hall Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Armando Chapa Middle
High:    Lehman High School

Student/teacher ratio:  14.4 Help
Number of students:  665

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
81.7%
White:
8.9%
African American:
5.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  72.3% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Science Hall Elementary ranks worse than 71.3% of elementary schools in Texas. It also ranks 13th among 14 ranked elementary schools in the Hays Consolidated Independent School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 31.71. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (81.7%), White (8.9%), African American (5.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 72.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Science Hall Elementary is 14.4, which is the 6th best among 14 elementary schools in the Hays Consolidated Independent School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Science Hall Elementary is $11,039, which is the 2nd highest among 14 elementary schools in the Hays Consolidated Independent School District.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Science Hall Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Science Hall Elementary 3332nd of 4675 Texas public elementary schools. (See Science Hall Elementary in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Hays Consolidated Independent School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Hays Consolidated Independent School District 456th of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Science Hall Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Science Hall Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2007 42.92 2546th 3724 31.6%
2008 33.34 2984th 3768 20.8%
2009 30.76 3159th 3884 18.7%
2010 49.53 2360th 3937 40.1%
2011 42.19 2834th 4095 30.8%
2012 36.73 3051st 4206 27.5%
2013 22.82 3695th 4221 12.5%
2014 23.53 3684th 4260 13.5%
2015 34.35 3138th 4320 27.4%
2016 30.64 3265th 4286 23.8%
2017 19.99 3781st 4329 12.7%
2018 25.71 3471st 4359 20.4%
2019 30.16 3327th 4479 25.7%
2021 52.33 1918th 4578 58.1%
2022 36.47 2979th 4581 35.0%
2023 26.80 3580th 4647 23.0%
2024 31.71 3332nd 4675 28.7%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Science Hall Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 31.04 2515th 3226 22.0%
2019 43.97 1896th 3333 43.1%
2021 61.21 946th 3446 72.5%
2022 51.87 1535th 3487 56.0%
2023 31.93 2680th 3556 24.6%
2024 34.04 2546th 3638 30.0%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Science Hall Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 43.16 1815th 3558 49.0%
2019 21.85 3351st 3684 9.0%
2021 32.89 2567th 3799 32.4%
2022 27.35 3215th 3952 18.6%
2023 31.30 3017th 4086 26.2%
2024 31.82 3135th 4261 26.4%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Science Hall Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 29.92 3393rd 4264 20.4%
2019 34.47 3170th 4309 26.4%
2021 58.19 1497th 4451 66.4%
2022 42.32 2670th 4477 40.4%
2023 29.30 3567th 4521 21.1%
2024 39.24 2928th 4560 35.8%
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Rank History for Female students at Science Hall Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 25.90 3494th 4306 18.9%
2019 32.96 3136th 4348 27.9%
2021 55.56 1716th 4499 61.9%
2022 45.10 2462nd 4561 46.0%
2023 34.61 3130th 4588 31.8%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Science Hall Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 41.83 2260th 3106 27.2%
2019 54.59 1810th 3184 43.2%
2021 49.71 1769th 3006 41.2%
2022 46.60 1989th 2958 32.8%
2023 44.37 2129th 2980 28.6%
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Rank History for At Risk students at Science Hall Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 47.14 2144th 4240 49.4%
2019 54.83 1648th 4295 61.6%
2021 70.47 720th 4331 83.4%
2022 53.56 1848th 4461 58.6%
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Rank History for Male students at Science Hall Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 26.80 3442nd 4319 20.3%
2019 27.84 3417th 4357 21.6%
2021 49.05 2028th 4498 54.9%
2022 31.15 3328th 4563 27.1%
2023 22.28 3872nd 4585 15.6%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Science Hall Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 26.74 3438th 4168 17.5%
2019 33.53 3052nd 4188 27.1%
2021 61.92 1270th 4329 70.7%
2022 41.73 2645th 4376 39.6%
2023 33.21 3202nd 4401 27.2%
2024 33.12 3219th 4431 27.4%
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Rank History for White students at Science Hall Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 42.97 1849th 3127 40.9%
2019 83.89 295th 3142 90.6%
2021 26.39 2492nd 3082 19.1%
2022 30.04 2422nd 3082 21.4%
2023 25.37 2585th 3106 16.8%
2024 29.70 2417th 3078 21.5%
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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Science Hall Elementary Test Scores
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Data source: Texas Education Agency

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Reviews:
Facebook Profile Picture by a parent on FaceBook
Thursday, December 4, 2014

Open Quote Horrible experience with this school. After 3 years of no issues my children were being harassed by the attendance clerk at SHES. We moved to Austin and had just moved to Austin and decided to keep our children enrolled at SHES to finish at least the semester since we are still paying taxes on our home in the Hays district. The attendance lady has been harassing my children since my daughter told her we moved as to where she lives which is just creepy and wrong. We advised the principal of the situation and he did nothing. Do not enroll your children here. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Science Hall Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2006 0 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 0
2007 147 21 7 498 0 n/a n/a 0 673
2008 159 36 7 572 1 n/a n/a 0 775
2009 152 30 10 569 2 n/a n/a 0 763
2010 168 30 11 488 3 n/a n/a 0 700
2011 101 23 1 467 1 0 8 0 601
2012 116 18 2 489 1 0 9 0 635
2013 98 22 3 511 1 0 11 0 646
2014 107 22 4 624 2 0 10 0 769
2015 101 22 5 609 1 0 14 0 752
2016 72 12 7 600 1 0 11 0 703
2017 82 18 7 628 0 1 6 0 742
2018 79 13 6 650 0 0 6 0 754
2019 60 10 4 482 1 0 10 0 567
2020 63 7 2 486 0 0 7 0 565
2021 47 9 4 451 1 0 5 0 517
2022 63 19 8 507 0 2 11 0 610
2023 49 26 10 498 0 1 7 0 591
2024 59 35 11 543 0 1 16 0 665

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Science Hall Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2006 0 n/a n/a n/a
2007 673 43.3 15.5 59.7
2008 775 52.6 14.7 59.1
2009 763 53.6 14.2 62.1
2010 700 50.6 13.8 61.9
2011 601 46.6 12.8 69.1
2012 635 43.7 14.5 68.3
2013 646 46.0 14.0 64.9
2014 769 50.7 15.1 70.4
2015 752 49.0 15.3 71.7
2016 703 48.0 14.6 75
2017 742 49.9 14.8 72.4
2018 754 52.6 14.3 72.8
2019 567 43.2 13.1 72.7
2020 565 45.4 12.4 71.7
2021 517 43.5 11.8 73.3
2022 610 39.8 15.3 75.1
2023 591 43.0 13.7 75.6
2024 665 45.9 14.4 72.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Science Hall Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2006 0 n/a n/a n/a
2007 673 43.3 15.5 59.7
2008 775 52.6 14.7 59.1
2009 763 53.6 14.2 62.1
2010 700 50.6 13.8 61.9
2011 601 46.6 12.8 69.1
2012 635 43.7 14.5 68.3
2013 646 46.0 14.0 64.9
2014 769 50.7 15.1 70.4
2015 752 49.0 15.3 71.7
2016 703 48.0 14.6 75
2017 742 49.9 14.8 72.4
2018 754 52.6 14.3 72.8
2019 567 43.2 13.1 72.7
2020 565 45.4 12.4 71.7
2021 517 43.5 11.8 73.3
2022 610 39.8 15.3 75.1
2023 591 43.0 13.7 75.6
2024 665 45.9 14.4 72.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Science Hall Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $762 (8.4%) $8,274 (91.6%) $9,036
2020 $1,032 (9.8%) $9,470 (90.2%) $10,502
2021 $1,006 (9.1%) $10,033 (90.9%) $11,039

Data source: Texas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Science Hall Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 3327th of 4479 Elementary schoolsRanks 3580th of 4647 Elementary schools
 2.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Reading (Science Hall Elementary)3838
   3rd Grade Reading (Hays Consolidated Independent School District)4754
 7%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)4450
 6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Science Hall Elementary)3122
 9%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Hays Consolidated Independent School District)4544
 1%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)4843
 5%
3rd Grade Reading (Science Hall Elementary)2733
 6%
   3rd Grade Reading (Hays Consolidated Independent School District)3015
 15%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)3926
 13%
4th Grade Reading (Science Hall Elementary)2732
 5%
   4th Grade Reading (Hays Consolidated Independent School District)4652
 6%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)4347
 4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Science Hall Elementary)4128
 13%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Hays Consolidated Independent School District)4847
 1%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4647
 1%
4th Grade Reading (Science Hall Elementary)1714
 3%
   4th Grade Reading (Hays Consolidated Independent School District)823
 15%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)2931
 2%
5th Grade Reading (Science Hall Elementary)3445
 11%
   5th Grade Reading (Hays Consolidated Independent School District)5261
 9%
   5th Grade Reading (Texas)5156
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Science Hall Elementary)3638
 2%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Hays Consolidated Independent School District)5349
 4%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Texas)5650
 6%
5th Grade Science (Science Hall Elementary)4727
 20%
   5th Grade Science (Hays Consolidated Independent School District)5138
 13%
   5th Grade Science (Texas)4834
 14%
5th Grade Reading (Science Hall Elementary)5743
 14%
   5th Grade Reading (Hays Consolidated Independent School District)3123
 8%
   5th Grade Reading (Texas)5333
 20%
5th Grade Mathematics (Science Hall Elementary)4043
 3%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Hays Consolidated Independent School District)1510
 5%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Texas)2823
 5%
5th Grade Science (Science Hall Elementary)400
 40%
   5th Grade Science (Hays Consolidated Independent School District)143
 11%
   5th Grade Science (Texas)189
 9%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students567591
 4.2%
African American1026
 160%
American Indian10
 100%
Asian410
 150%
Hispanic482498
 3.3%
Pacific Islander01
White6049
 18.3%
Two or More Races107
 30%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients72.7%75.6%
 3%


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In the 2023-24 school year, 665 students attended Science Hall Elementary.

Students who attend Science Hall Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Armando Chapa Middle
High : Lehman High School

Science Hall Elementary ranks 3332nd of 4675 Texas elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 1 star out of 5.

Students at Science Hall Elementary are 82% Hispanic, 9% White, 5% African American, 2% Two or more races, 2% Asian.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Texas Education Agency.

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